WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Kent Police Police

Crime in fawkham and west kingsdown, sevenoaks

Comprehensive safety analysis for fawkham and west kingsdown, localized within sevenoaks.

Total Crimes

36
trending_up +44.0% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

62.77per 1k
trending_up +4.7% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

6,022

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences10
Other Theft6
Vehicle Crime4
Burglary4
Anti-social Behaviour3
Criminal Damage & Arson3
Public Order3
Drug Offences1
Weapons Possession1
Other Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Chancel Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Public order: 1
4
On or near Petrol Station Map
Other theft: 3
3
On or near Colin Chapman Way Map
Public order: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Scratchers Lane Map
Drugs: 1Other crime: 1
2
On or near Valley Road Map
Burglary: 2
2
On or near Mews Meadow Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near The Grove Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Ashen Grove Road Map
Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1
2
On or near Scudders Hill Map
Burglary: 1
1
On or near Lovelace Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 1
1

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Safety comparison within sevenoaks district.

Local Rank

#16safest in sevenoaks

City Average

58.91per 1k

Local Policing

Otford and Shoreham

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Local Priorities

Burglary - residential.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Nuisance vehicles.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Theft - shoplifting.

Issued: 14 Apr 2026

Status Update

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned: 14 Apr 2026

Burglary residential.

Issued: 3 Feb 2026

Status Update

There has been one report of a residential burglary in this area in the last three months.

Local officers attend all residential burglaries so they can carry out early enquiries, look for potential suspects, and provide tailored crime‑prevention advice. Where appropriate, nearby residents are also alerted.

We are working closely with our proactive Criminal Investigation Department to identify those responsible. Each incident is reviewed to check for any links to other similar offences in the local area.

Actioned: 30 Mar 2026

Theft - shoplifting.

Issued: 3 Feb 2026

Status Update

Officers are working closely with local supermarkets and village shops across the district to help reduce shoplifting. This includes sharing crime‑prevention advice and supporting staff on how to report incidents quickly.

Targeted patrols are taking place at key times and on days when reports are more likely to increase. Officers are also using CCTV where available to help identify suspects early and take appropriate action.

Information about repeat offenders is shared across the district to support a joined‑up approach and help prevent further incidents.

Actioned: 30 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

JUL15

Shoreham Parish Council Meeting

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7:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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Shoreham Village Hall, 31 High Street Sevenoaks

JUL17

Otford Friday Coffee

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schedule

10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Otford Methodist Church, High Street Otford

JUL20

Otford Parish Council Meeting

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schedule

7:00 PM — 8:00 PM

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Otford Parish Council, 21 High Street Sevenoaks

AUG19

Shoreham Family Fun Day

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schedule

10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

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Shoreham Village Hall, 27 High Street Sevenoaks

OCT7

Shoreham Parish Council Meeting

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schedule

7:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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Shoreham Village Hall, 31 High Street Sevenoaks

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